US Bridges

Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River

Fair

Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico · 0.2 KM N E of Jayuya · Structure no. 012941

Built
1972
53 years old
Condition
Fair
inspected December 2023
Type
Stringer/Multi-beam or Girder
Prestressed Concrete
Length
261 ft
4 main spans
Daily traffic
4,600
2017 count
Owner
State
State Highway Agency

About this bridge

Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River is a prestressed concrete stringer/multi-beam or girder carrying Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River in Jayuya Municipio, Puerto Rico. It was built in 1972, so it is 53 years old, older than the Puerto Rico average of 51.2 years.

The most recent inspection reported to the Federal Highway Administration rates it in fair condition with a lowest component rating of 5 out of 9. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

It carries about 4,600 vehicles a day, roughly 4% of them trucks, projected to reach 5,900 by 2025. The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long and 38 ft wide. If it were closed, the detour would be 1.9 mi (3 km).

CarriesPr 141 R 0.1 KM
CrossesGrande De Jayuya River
Location0.2 KM N E of Jayuya
RouteState Highway 5141
Coordinates18.22083, -66.58806
Functional classUrban Collector

Condition and inspection

Fair

The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound.

ComponentRatingMeaning
Deck5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Superstructure7 GoodSome minor problems.
Substructure5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Channel and channel protection5 FairAll primary structural elements are sound but may have minor section loss, cracking, spalling or scour.
Last inspectionDecember 2023
Inspection intervalevery 24 months
Operating statusOpen, no restriction
ScourScour critical; foundations unstable for calculated scour conditions
Structural evaluation5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Deck geometry5: Somewhat better than minimum adequacy to tolerate being left in place as is
Waterway adequacy7: Better than present minimum criteria
Approach roadway alignment8: Equal to present desirable criteria
Operating rating70.5 US tons
Inventory rating46.1 US tons

Structure

MaterialPrestressed Concrete
DeckNot applicable
Main spans4
Design loadUnknown
Structure length261 ft (79.6 m)
Longest span65 ft (19.8 m)
Deck width38 ft (11.6 m)
Roadway width34 ft (10.4 m)
Vertical clearance over deckUnrestricted

Traffic and service

Average daily traffic4,600 (2017)
Projected traffic5,900 by 2025
Trucks4%
Lanes on structure2
Traffic directionTwo-way traffic
CarriesHighway and pedestrian
CrossesWaterway
Detour if closed1.9 mi (3 km)
TollOn a free road
National Highway SystemNo

Ownership and planned work

OwnerState Highway Agency
Maintained byState Highway Agency
Historic statusNot eligible for the National Register of Historic Places
Work proposedRehabilitation because of general structure deterioration or inadequate strength
Estimated improvement cost$27.2 million (2017 estimate)
NavigationNo navigation control on waterway

Frequently asked questions

When was Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River built?

It was built in 1972, making it 53 years old in 2025.

What condition is Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River in?

The National Bridge Inventory rates it in fair condition. The lowest-rated primary component is rated 5 or 6. Minor deterioration is present but the structure is sound. The last reported inspection was in December 2023.

How much traffic does Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River carry?

About 4,600 vehicles per day (2017 count), of which roughly 4% are trucks.

How long is Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River?

The structure is 261 ft (79.6 m) long with a longest span of 65 ft (19.8 m) and a deck 38 ft wide.

Who owns Pr 141 R 0.1 KM over Grande De Jayuya River?

It is owned by the State Highway Agency.